Pakistan and China Seal $7B ML-1 Rail Deal Now
Pakistan and China moved to finalize the ML-1 Railway Deal under CPEC Phase 2, with ADB Support, AIIB participation, and Beijing backing.
May 20, 2026
Pakistan and China moved to finalize the ML-1 Railway Deal under CPEC Phase 2, with ADB Support, AIIB participation, and Beijing backing.
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